There's no denying it…winter is on its way. The blood is flowing a little bit slower and cuddling up with a good book is looking a whole lot more appealing than going outside. For many of us, the internet has opened many options for activities that require no physical activity other than sitting in a [for the rest of the story, click here]
Denver, New York and other parts of the country have already had their first brush with winter snow. We, in Chicago, on the other hand have had a pretty easy time this fall. Gardeners are not disappointed. In Chicago we've been enjoying a delightful – though all too short - fall. Trees and other seasonal [for the rest of the story, click here]
Oct 272011
Several months ago I wrote an opinion piece entitled "What Are We All Whining About?" Some people have expressed interest in more on that topic. So, I'll try to expand a bit here – and will probably need to write more posts in the future. This whole issue is like the tendrils of an octopus. [for the rest of the story, click here]
We're all salesmen – at least that's what we're told. I, for one, am not the least interested in selling anything to anyone. But, I can see remarkable similarities between writing and selling. See if you agree. Salesmen begin every morning with a blank slate. They have to get out of bed and do something [for the rest of the story, click here]
Oct 092011
Blogging is a two way conversation – even though it often doesn't feel like it. I've been getting some very nice comments and feeling like perhaps I'm making headway in developing a style and content that has value to you – my reader. I'm not setting the world afire with my incomparable wisdom and wit. [for the rest of the story, click here]
I have been fascinated by ancient Egyptian and Mayan history for a very long time. Most recently I've found some outstanding movies that explore their culture in a very different light. If you're interested, you might want to check out the The Pyramid Code. It's an extensive documentary including five episodes. I'm not an archeologist [for the rest of the story, click here]
I'm an avid enthusiast when it comes to self-help and positive thinking. There's a lot to be said for both. But a long time ago I found that there's a lot more to survival in this world than these have to offer. As a freelance writer and an entrepreneur I've had ample opportunity and lots [for the rest of the story, click here]
If you're looking for a different activity to get your heart racing and make a difference, consider joining the SkyRise Chicago at Willis Tower (Sears Tower) here in Chicago. To Participate This event is not for the faint of heart. Your task, if you choose to accept it, is to climb the 180 floors (2,340 [for the rest of the story, click here]